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Do you get nervous when you have to speak Spanish, even if you've taken months -- or years -- of classes or lessons? You're not alone. Read on as Spanish tutor Emmanuel N. shares his tips for battling your nerves and becoming more confident...
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When it comes to speaking a language, there are two ways of being good at it  the more scholastic way (reading, writing, and speaking all 'by the book') and the more laymans way (mostly conversation-centered, using the common vernacular of a …
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Help! What to Do if You Get Nervous When Speaking Spanish

Do you get nervous when you have to speak Spanish, even if you've taken months -- or years -- of classes or lessons? You're not alone. Read on as Spanish tutor Emmanuel N. shares his tips for battling your nerves and becoming more confident...
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When it comes to speaking a language, there are two ways of being good at it  the more scholastic way (reading, writing, and speaking all 'by the book') and the more laymans way (mostly conversation-centered, using the common vernacular of a

How to Learn Russian Fast & Easy with 8 Simple Steps

So you want to know how to learn Russian - the seventh most spoken language in the world. With around 300 million speakers, you certainly wont have trouble finding other students to practice with!
There are dozens of good reasons to learn how to speak Russian. Perhaps you admire Russian culture, or maybe youve always wanted to visit Moscow or Saint Petersburg as a tourist.
Whatever your motivation, Russian is not an easy language. However, it isnt as hard as you think either! Fol

Whether you're traveling to Japan for fun or to study the language, it's important to prepare for your time away from home. It's natural to experience some culture shock any time you travel to a new place, but proper preparation can make the difference between an uncomfortable trip and a life-changing experience.
So whether you're traveling with a language or exchange program, with a small group, or flying solo, here are 29 tips from language and travel experts to help you have an unforge

5 Terrific Korean Learning Apps for Beginners

Learning to speak Korean can be challenging, especially for English speakers. The language has a different alphabet, Hangul, and it contains sounds that aren't found in English.
The best way to learn how to speak Korean is through private lessons with a Korean teacher, but supplemental study materials can be very beneficial for Korean-language students.
Between YouTube lessons and language-learning apps, there are lots of resources available to help you learn Korean. Check out the list

French Pronunciation Guide: When to Pronounce the Letter T

French pronunciation is full of little tricks that trip beginners up. Tutor Annie A. shares her tips for pronouncing the letter T...
Try reading the following French words aloud: tarte, partons, portions, democratie, septieme, mangeaient, amitie, and vert. Do you pronounce all the T's in the same way? Do you pronounce them at all?
There are no simple answers, and you will run into many questions about the letter T as you practice proper French pronunciation. There are many different rules